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My adopted dog's ribs show. Why isn't my boxer gaining weight?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Male | neutered | 35 lbs

I adopted a boxer from the shelter 5 months ago and a few weeks have passed and I’ve noticed his rib cage showing more and spine sticking and I feed him 3 times a day , why is he not gaining weight ?

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on December 8th, 2017

Zeus might be suffering from a medical condition causing him to lose weight, possibly intestinal worms, food intolerance or an intestinal disease. i would recommend taking him to your vet in order to try an investigate this issue.

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